Lenovo IdeaPad 130-15AST (Lenovo IdeaPad 130) vs. Lenovo ThinkPad E595 (20NF)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests

Side by side comparison and review of Lenovo IdeaPad 130-15AST (Lenovo IdeaPad 130) and Lenovo ThinkPad E595 (20NF). Compare dimensions, processors, batteries, storage capacities and other key specifications and features to simplify the choice of your perfect laptop. Our goal is to make it easier for you to decide on the laptop that will best meet your expectations by revealing the main differences between the products.

Lenovo IdeaPad 130-15AST (Lenovo IdeaPad 130) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo IdeaPad 130-15AST (Lenovo IdeaPad 130) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

affordable price

adequate processor performance

simple design

decent keyboard layout

lightweight build

low-resolution display

limited storage capacity

average battery life

no backlit keyboard

Lenovo ThinkPad E595 (20NF) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo ThinkPad E595 (20NF) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

robust build quality

comfortable keyboard

affordable price

decent processor performance

solid port selection

average battery life

dim display

heavier design

no thunderbolt support

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between Lenovo IdeaPad 130-15AST (Lenovo IdeaPad 130) and Lenovo ThinkPad E595 (20NF)
69 % - Design
66 % - Display
45 % - Performance
65 % - Connectivity
65 % - Battery
76 % - Design
65 % - Display
72 % - Performance
78 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

Lenovo IdeaPad 130-15AST (Lenovo IdeaPad 130) vs. Lenovo ThinkPad E595 (20NF) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Lenovo IdeaPad 130-15AST (Lenovo IdeaPad 130) Lenovo ThinkPad E595 (20NF)
Product Type Notebook Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 37.56 cm x 25.34 cm x 2.27 cm 36.9 cm x 25.2 cm x 1.99 cm
Weight 2.1 kg 2.1 kg
Case Material Polycarbonate ABS Aluminum, polycarbonate ABS
Colour Black Black
DISPLAY Lenovo IdeaPad 130-15AST (Lenovo IdeaPad 130) Lenovo ThinkPad E595 (20NF)
Screen Size (Type) 15.6" 15.6" - IPS
LCD Backlight Technology LED backlight LED backlight
Screen Resolution 1366 x 768 (HD) 1920 x 1080 (Full HD)
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 16:9 16:9
Image Brightness 200 cd/m² 250 cd/m²
Features Anti-glare Anti-glare, 170° viewing angle
PROCESSOR Lenovo IdeaPad 130-15AST (Lenovo IdeaPad 130) Lenovo ThinkPad E595 (20NF)
CPU AMD A4 9125 / 2.3 GHz AMD Ryzen 5 3500U / 2.1 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 2.6 GHz 3.7 GHz
Number of Cores Dual-Core Quad-Core
Cache 1 MB 4 MB
64-bit Computing Yes Yes
Features Integrated memory controller Integrated memory controller
MEMORY Lenovo IdeaPad 130-15AST (Lenovo IdeaPad 130) Lenovo ThinkPad E595 (20NF)
RAM 4 GB (1 x 4 GB) 8 GB (1 x 8 GB)
Max RAM Supported 8 GB 32 GB
RAM Type DDR4 SDRAM DDR4 SDRAM
Speed 2133 MHz 2400 MHz
Rated Speed 1866 MHz 2400 MHz
Form Factor SO-DIMM 260-pin SO-DIMM 260-pin
Slots Qty 1 2
Empty Slots 0 1
STORAGE Lenovo IdeaPad 130-15AST (Lenovo IdeaPad 130) Lenovo ThinkPad E595 (20NF)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 500 GB HDD SATA 6Gb/s / 5400 rpm 256 GB SSD M.2 2242 PCIe - NVM Express (NVMe)
Optical Drive DVD-Writer - tray -
AUDIO & VIDEO Lenovo IdeaPad 130-15AST (Lenovo IdeaPad 130) Lenovo ThinkPad E595 (20NF)
Graphics Processor (GPU) AMD Radeon R3 AMD Radeon Vega 8
Camera Yes Yes - 720p
Resolution 0.3 Megapixel -
Sound Stereo speakers, microphone Stereo speakers, dual array microphone
Codec - Conexant CX11880
Compliant Standards High Definition Audio, Dolby Audio High Definition Audio, Dolby Advanced Audio
COMMUNICATIONS Lenovo IdeaPad 130-15AST (Lenovo IdeaPad 130) Lenovo ThinkPad E595 (20NF)
Wireless 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 4.1 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 4.2
Wireless Controller M.2 Card Realtek RTL8822BE - M.2 Card
Network Interface 10/100 Ethernet Gigabit Ethernet
Ethernet Controller - Realtek R8111GUS
BATTERY Lenovo IdeaPad 130-15AST (Lenovo IdeaPad 130) Lenovo ThinkPad E595 (20NF)
Technology 2-cell Lithium Ion Lithium Ion
Battery Capacity (Size) 30 Wh 45 Wh
Battery Life Up to 5 hours Up to 10.3 hours
AC ADAPTER Lenovo IdeaPad 130-15AST (Lenovo IdeaPad 130) Lenovo ThinkPad E595 (20NF)
Input AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz) AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 45 Watt 65 Watt
INPUT Lenovo IdeaPad 130-15AST (Lenovo IdeaPad 130) Lenovo ThinkPad E595 (20NF)
Type Keyboard, touchpad Keyboard, TrackPoint, UltraNav
Numeric Keypad Yes Yes
Features Multi-touch touchpad Spill-resistant, multi-touch touchpad, buttonless touchpad
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS Lenovo IdeaPad 130-15AST (Lenovo IdeaPad 130) Lenovo ThinkPad E595 (20NF)
Interfaces 2 x USB 3.1 Gen 1
HDMI
Headphone/microphone combo jack
LAN
USB 3.1 Gen 1
USB 3.1 Gen 1 (Always On)
HDMI
LAN
Headphone/microphone combo jack
USB-C 3.1 Gen 1 (supports DisplayPort Alt Mode) (Power Delivery)
USB 2.0
Memory Card Reader 4 in 1 (SD Card, MultiMediaCard, SDHC Card, SDXC Card) Yes (microSD)
SOFTWARE Lenovo IdeaPad 130-15AST (Lenovo IdeaPad 130) Lenovo ThinkPad E595 (20NF)
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Home 64-bit Edition - English Windows 10 Pro 64-bit Edition - English
Software Included Lenovo Companion, McAfee LiveSafe (30 days trial), Lenovo App Explorer, Lenovo Vantage -
MISCELLANEOUS Lenovo IdeaPad 130-15AST (Lenovo IdeaPad 130) Lenovo ThinkPad E595 (20NF)
Included Accessories Power adapter USB-C power adapter
Security - Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip
Security Slot Type Kensington security slot Kensington security slot
Theft/Intrusion Protection Security lock slot (cable lock sold separately) Security lock slot (cable lock sold separately)
Features Administrator password, hard drive password, power-on password Administrator password, hard drive password, power-on password, RapidCharge
Compliant Standards RoHS RoHS
SAR Value - 0.436 W/kg (body), 0.436 W/kg (limb)
ENERGY STAR Certified Yes Yes
Manufacturer Warranty Limited warranty - 1 year - pick-up and return Limited warranty - 1 year - pick-up and return
Model Number 15AST 81H5 -
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